I grew up in Lorain and I can't believe I've never had Fran's pizza before. I was pleasantly surprised after taking a chance on it. The crust is crispy, the pizza in general was flavorful, and in my opinion- it had the perfect amount of cheese. I ordered it at noon and it arrived at my house at 12:32 pm which I appreciate. Now I have another go-to pizza place near me when I come home to visit! read more

Yalas now Frans is a staple from my youth. Greasy, perfect crust and the sausage strips. Ahhhh just DELICIOUS! You can order an Eliseo's style too but we prefer Fran's- They have a drive thru for easy pick up which I love! If you live in Amherst or Lorain, you're probably familiar with this place! If not- give them a try!! read more

The best pizza in Lorain, I usually go through the drive through. Service is great. It's a pizza shop never been inside

Ice and snow removal from their entrance after a snowfall. Their patrons deserve better.

RUDE.. PLAIN RUDE ON THE PHONE! NO FOOD IS WORTH YOUR RUDENESS, THE OWNER SHOULD HAVE MORE PRIDE! I was spoken to more rudely when i asked about delivery and if cash was ok, and then hung up on!.. NEVER CALLING AGAIN.. thanks for the outstanding customer service, your voice speaks volumes of your food!.. read more

I no longer live in Lorain. I purchase a couple of pizzas from Frans....formerly Yalas when I come to visit. I purchased 1 large extra cheese, and a large "veggie" I grabbed a piece of pizza and there was a slice of pepperoni on the bottom. The male manager said that it happens because they don't cook the pizzas separately. I explained I haven't eaten pork in many years. He didn't seem to care. He didn't take responsibility for anything. He went on telling me about a woman that this happened to before. If I'm ordering a cheese pizza and a veggie pizza it's because I DON'T eat meat. Lacked customer service skills. As much as I loved their pizza ....they can keep it! read more

Fran’s Pizza - a man eating a piece of pizza - Pizza Near Me - Lorain, Ohio

Fran's (aka Yalas) Pizza is arguably the BEST pizza in North American!!! I know that's saying allot and I might get some hate but it's all true. I used the drive thru to pickup the pies we ordered and it was ready in 30 minutes. The owner was at the window and waited on us quickly. Definitely a take out place but you can walk in to pickup too ! Get the sliced sausage pizza !! Soo good read more

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Yala's and Eliseo's are in the same building and prepared by the same staff. I think the main difference between Yala and Eliseo's is the crust thickness. We got a Hawaiian Yala thick crusted pizza and it was very good. We also got some wings, and I def recommend the ginger Asian sauce with them. Finally, I definitely recommend the Eliseo's breadsticks - kinda tasted like focaccia bread with cheese. The reason I am giving Yala's/ Eliseo's a 3 and not a 4 or 5 was because it took about 55 minutes for our order to be ready when we were originally told 25-35 minutes, which was really irritating. read more

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We recently moved into the area and love trying new places. Having two names confused to us. The first time we visited Eliseo's pizza and thought it was pretty lame so we didn't want to return but, being new to the area, we called Fran's and were stuck with a second pizza from this same place. We won't get fooled again. As stated, the pizza is lame. It has good cheese but after that it falls over a cliff. The sauce needs to be spiced a little and the crust should be more dense. This place falls far short of our expectations. read more

I really like their pizza! We always get the Yala brand, which is a thinner pizza. Sometimes it is made beautifully and other times the toppings are just thrown on top, but regardless, the taste is still good. Not impressed with the the register, but I am only there to pick up my pizza, so I can deal with surly, unpleasant people. read more

Fran’s Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Lorain, Ohio

This will be one of my shortest reviews. Yala's is a take out/delivery restaurant. The menu is varied, but I have only ordered their pizza and wings. I am a huge fan of thin crust, New York style pizza. The Yala's pizza is not quite as thin as I would like. However, it is done well and the best that I have had in the 5 years that I have lived in the area. I ordered the Deluxe with no mushrooms. There is ample meat. The sausage is sliced big and tastes great. The vegetables (onions and green peppers) were fresh and tasted great as well. The sauce is a little sparse for my taste, but the cheese is excellent. Tip - the counter is closed due to Covid, so it is drive through only. Arrive at least 10 minutes before the order is expected to be ready if you are picking it up at a busy time and day read more

Kind of hit or miss with them lately. Pizza today was not as good as usual. I live a few minutes from Yalas so I try to go there every once and a while, but keep getting disappointed I've had 4 star service from there and I've had 2 star. Today definitely 2 ‍ read more

Fran’s Pizza - The I can't wait moment - Pizza Near Me - Lorain, Ohio

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I usually don't write reviews but I feel the need to let people know that Frans Pizza makes Stromboli and it is AMAZING!! Try it, you won't be disappointed. Great food. read more

My family has been eating this pizza since '54. At one time you couldn't get any better pizza. Even before it became Fran's it was going down in quality. Now it's horrible. Terrible service from high school kids who don't care at all and lower quality food. read more

Growing up I split my pizza live between her and Giovanni's depending on the style I was craving. Moved to LA and man did I miss real pizza.......... back in the O-H and was heading to take a walk down memory lane with my boyfriend. Absolutely had to stop at Yala's........ it's been over 10 years since I had the pizza and it did NOT disappoint! My boyfriend who is not from ohio and happens to be a Sicilian man who has lived all over the US said" this is definitely in the top 5 pizza I've ever had ". " it's the perfect ratio of extra cheese, generous toppings and garlic buttery" sauce is fantastic and crust has the perfect balance of bite in my opinion. Over 30 years of visiting and it's never let me down!!! read more

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This is one of my favorite pizza places around. My pizza today was extra cheese peeperonni and fresh garlic. The cheese blend utilized here is unique and delicious. The sauce is a tangy tomato sauce with a home made crust. Pepperonis are stacked in a unique fashion 4 per slice. Amazing and and affordable price. read more

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You know those child hood memories of some of your favorite foods? Growing up in Lorain there in my mind were three pizza places. During my teen years others showed up. Yala's was one of the original three. Today I had a craving for a taste of my past. I wasn't disappointed. I ordered the deluxe. The pizza is loaded with topping so much so that they were falling off the slice. The crust with the mixture of topping and cheese is a perfect marriage. This is a popular spot so be patient. They tell you 30 minutes for pickup but it may be a little wait. I don't know about you but it was worth it to me. I drove from Avon Lake to Lorain just for the pizza a few more minutes was worth the extra minutes. How sad is it that I am looking forward to cold pizza for breakfast. Yup just as good cold for breakfast read more

Fran’s Pizza - Deluxe pizza - Pizza Near Me - Lorain, Ohio

Name changed Quality still the same as when I was as a young boy Great pizza!!!Great service since 1966?? That's what I remember

The woman behind the counter (black curly hair & young) was incredibly rude. I came in to check on my wait time, and after waiting for ten minutes and her finally coming out after we could all hear her joking with the kitchen about 'trying something spicy', she ignored me and asked the person behind me what they wanted instead. Thank god the woman next to me stood up for me. Alright pizza. Good prices. But don't think I'd come back again. Staff needs a renovation. read more

I grew up eating here and continue to get pizza every time I make it to Lorain. Yala's pizza is the best pizza EVER. Hands down the best pizza in Ohio. I love that they do thin crust pizza now too! I love their pepperoni and mushroom the best. My tip is to ask for a side of sauce and they serve it cold yum. They have the best pizza sauce. Yala's never disappoints and I will never stop coming here. They also have a drive in now which is very convenient. Try it and you'll be hooked I promise! read more

I call at 950. you tell me 30 minutes. we show up at 1024 there is a line so we wait 10 minutes before we get to the window. you say pull around front I'll bring it out. we wait around front for 9 minutes and get back in line to sit another 10 it's 1052 when I get food and my sub looks like this! We ask you wtf is up at the window to have the "manager" roll her eyes at us and tell us things happen! We call to complain we don't give refunds but you can have half off your next sub! I will never trust you people with my food. $30 for cold ass pizza and burnt boneless wings to round it all out! How can a business say no refunds for everything being wrong!?! Friday is not excuse for making someone pay full price for what you know is sub par food! read more

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There are a few places I have to go to whenever I come home for a visit and this is one of them. I grew up in Lorain and Yala's pizza was the only pizza we got when I was a kid, so yeah, it's a nostalgia thing for me. I haven't found another place that makes pizza quite like Yala's. Sliced sausage is the only topping I need. I love how the crust is thin and crispy and the cheese...mmmmm. It's a little pricey, and sometimes there's a wait. But it's worth it to have a a taste of my childhood. read more

I had high expectations but after waiting in the drive thru line 45 minutes the pizza was super salty and a big disappointment.

Best pizza in the world!!! They have kept the same recipe for at least 30 years or more and it's absolutely the best!

Previous visits I would have rated a 4 or five star, but this time I am just annoyed. I recieved the wrong pizza. We ordered a YALAs style Pepperoni, sliced sausage and mushroom. Yalas has a thinner/crisper crust that I prefer and the sliced sausage is far superior to the hunks, also the round is a bit smaller for a large. My husband checked pizza in the box before leaving because it was an Eliseos box and felt much heavier than our typical pizza.... saw it was larger, fluffier crust and no sliced sausage, and told the cashier. Who argued with him that it was the correct pizza and just the box was wrong because they were out of Yala's pizza boxes. Mistakes are ok and they happen but if I tell you that the pizza is incorrect don't argue. It was just a "meh" experience for us as this is not what we wanted. Hoping they get it right next time, or at least if they don't, they own up to it and offer a solution. Poor hubby had to deal with a disgruntled wife. read more

I am a self proclaimed pizza snob so I have high expectations, with that said I was pleasantly surprised by this pizza (Large pepperoni, half tomato and banana peppers and half sausage crumbles), the flavor explosion was all there! The abundant cheese, seasoning, crust and toppings were perfection!! Next time I'm in town I will be back! Now I have 2 places to visit next time I'm in town...Yala's pizza and Kiedrowskis's! read more

Honestly my favorite pizza of all time! I haven't found another pizza place similar to here and their style. Always my go to when in town! Super fresh and consistent with taste and quality over the years. read more

Fran’s Pizza - Half pepperoni half supreme - Pizza Near Me - Lorain, Ohio

Anyone who says this pizza isn't good has no idea about pizza... best around.... possible top 5 globally

As a Lorain native that currently lives in Nashville Tennessee, Yala's is a must during any visit back home. The price is great and he pizza is fantastic! They do a great job of making sure each slice is as good as any other. The pizza is still great cold which is nice when you are staying in a hotel without a microwave and there are leftovers. Yala's comes highly recommend. read more

Fran’s Pizza - Pepperoni only - Pizza Near Me - Lorain, Ohio

It's a good thing I have aged into my existence so far away from Yala's. It's also a good thing minor controlled substances skyrocketed in costs (not that I would know about stuff like that there). Cause if even one of those things weren't true, I would own Yala's by now. You know it is said you can never go home. Maybe not, but I know for a fact that you can go back to Yala's cause not one damn thing has changed with the best pie ever made in more than 60 years! read more

If you want to go somewhere for pizza that has no respect and is unprofessional Yala's is the place. I called to place an order and the lady answered and the whole call was a disaster. I wish this phone call was recorded so they can show their new employees of how not to talk on the phone to paying customers. Hate your job? Leave. read more

This is my favorite pizza in the area! Every time we are in town, we have to stop by. From the outside, it looks like any other pick up pizza place in an average location, but once you have this pizza, you will definitely be craving this. read more

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The pizza is pretty good, but the service is terrible. Be prepared to wait in line and probably not even get what you ordered!

I'm sorry yalas, I have to remove a star because 1)you don't have wings 2) credit card surcharge? Really? It's 2014, cash is so passe. I'm sick of making two stops to pick up pizza & wings. You're lucky your pizza is so worth it. read more

Yalas is my favorite pizza. Every time I am back in Ohio, I eat my weight in pizza. Friends and family think I'm crazy when I ask them to overnight it. read more

Ordered pizza & wings, was told 30 minutes. Then sat an additional 40 minutes waiting just to have to leave with no food ! Worst service!!!

Try to order a salad without black olives. Due to the fact I am allerigic. The so called manager told me i couldnt get the olives on the side. Then when I comm ented on their facebook page, I was told I was petty for asking for special request. And they dont have to go cointainers for black olives. I called and asked for a manager, she refused to give me her name. She said she wasn't allowed to. Seriously....go to any reaturaunt and ask for the manager's name. They will give it to you. HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE!!!! read more

Absolutely worst customer service I've ever experienced. We were dissatisfied with our order and instead of offering to correct it the manager argued with, yelled at and mocked me. read more

I love this pizza so much that I drive from the east side of Lorain to get it. I hate that they closed the one we had over here.

The greasiest pizza on the planet. Literally, but go and see for yourself. Really not good. Avoid for fear of heart attack.